BRIGHT MORNING COMET: Today, Comet NEOWISE (C/2020 F3) is passing by the sun near the orbit of Mercury--and it seems to be thriving. Many astronomers in Europe and the USA photographed the comet at the crack of dawn shining through bright twilight. The mornings ahead could be even better. Visit today's edition of Spaceweather.com for pictures and observing tips.
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Above: Comet NEOWISE in morning twilight on July 3rd. Credit: Chris Schur of Payson, AZ. [more images]
